St. John the Baptist Parish Map, Louisiana

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St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana

St. John the Baptist Parish is along the Mississippi River, about 30 miles west of New Orleans. It’s a place where history and industry collide.
The parish was one of the first European settlements in Louisiana, founded back in 1720. Locals love their outdoor recreation, with fishing and hunting being popular pastimes.
Hurricanes are a fact of life, with Ida in 2021 leaving its mark. St. John the Baptist Parish is a unique slice of Louisiana that often flies under the radar.
Category | Details |
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Parish Name | St. John the Baptist Parish |
Parish Seat | Edgard |
Population | Approximately 43,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | LaPlace, Reserve, Garyville, Edgard, Wallace, Mount Airy, Lucy, Pleasure Bend |
Interstates and Highways | I-10, I-55, US-51, US-61, LA-18 |
FIPS Code | 22-095 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 348 square miles (213 sq mi land, 135 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Tangipahoa Parish (North), St. Charles Parish (Southeast), Lafourche Parish (South), St. James Parish (West), Ascension Parish (Northwest), Livingston Parish (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Louisiana |
Coordinates | 30.1182° N, 90.4814° W |
Etymology | Named after John the Baptist, a prominent biblical figure and saint |
Major Landmarks | Evergreen Plantation, San Francisco Plantation, Whitney Plantation, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Cajun Pride Swamp Tours |
Website | St. John the Baptist Parish Website |
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